It’s official – UMW Toyota Motor has just teased the new Toyota Harrier, with the launch confirmed to be taking place this month. The company has already opened registrations of interest for the fourth-generation SUV, so expect it to arrive very, very soon.
No details have been revealed just yet, but the specifications should mirror those being sold by our neighbours in Singapore, the only other export market so far (apart from the United States, of course, where the Harrier is being sold as the new Venza).
Two powertrains are being offered there, with the base model powered by a 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated Dynamic Force four-cylinder engine, producing 170 hp at 6,600 rpm and 203 Nm from 4,400 to 4,900 rpm. Drive is sent to the front wheels through a Direct Shift-CVT, enabling the Harrier to get from zero to 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds on its way to a top speed of 190 km/h. Fuel consumption is rated at 6.5 litres per 100 km.
There’s also a hybrid version that receives a 176 hp/221 Nm 2.5 litre Dynamic Force engine and a 118 hp/202 Nm electric motor to deliver a total system output of 215 hp. The petrol-electric model is quicker to 100 km/h (8.1 seconds) but has a lower top speed (180 km/h); the main benefit, however, is a combined fuel consumption figure of just 4.7 litres per 100 km.
As a refresher, the Harrier is based on the same Global Architecture – K (GA-K) platform as the Camry and RAV4, on which its closest sibling, the next Lexus NX, is also expected to be based. On the outside, the new Harrier is slightly larger than the outgoing model, albeit quite a bit lower for a sportier look. Details include slim LED headlights, a closed-off upper grille, a large lower grille, a sleeker coupé-like roofline and full-width LED taillights.
Inside, the Harrier is dominated by a diamond-shaped centre console inspired by a horse’s saddle, sitting within the wraparound faux leather-trimmed dashboard. A freestanding infotainment panel sits on top, although it remains to be seen if our car will feature an OEM touchscreen unit (as per the RAV4) or the same aftermarket systems found in the rest of the lineup.
In Singapore, the Harrier comes as standard with keyless entry, push-button start, dual-zone auto climate control with rear air vents, Nanoe air ioniser, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, fabric upholstery, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, auto lights and wipers, a 10.5-inch head-up display, a Qi wireless charger, six speakers, a reverse camera and a hands-free powered tailgate.
Other models get genuine leather upholstery, front seat ventilation, eight-way powered passenger-seat adjustment, driver’s seat memory, illuminated side sill scuff plates, a cargo scuff plate, a digital rear-view mirror camera and a new electrochromic panoramic glass roof.
Safety-wise, all models come with seven airbags and traction control, plus a full range of Toyota Safety Sense systems. The latter includes autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, adaptive cruise control, lane centring assist, lane departure warning and adaptive high beam. Expect Malaysian cars to get similar, if not identical, specifications as those down south.
As for pricing, expect a bit of a jump over the current model to give some breathing space, as the RAV4 already tops out at RM215,665 (for your information, the outgoing car starts from RM234,510). What do you think – will the new Harrier be a worthy successor to the moderately successful third generation, and are you still disappointed there is no turbo engine this round? Sound off in the comments section after the jump.
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GREY IMPORTERS: GGWP.
Toyota: YES!
At those prices UMWT pushes onto the market?
Grey Importers: Yessss!!!!
UMW Toyota: *sad face*
Look at it both ways. It will be a fair competition.
Grey imports-
Pros: Cheaper, drives just as good as new and a variety of options available, usually ready stock in masses.
Cons: Japanese language, cannot use infotainment fully unless changed to 3rd party, the fact that it’s used so there will be some wear and mileage done, and not much of a choice depending on stock. A used Hybrid unit might have its system worn and will require expensive replacement parts (battery, etc) sooner than you should be.
UMW Toyota-
Pros: Brand new, can pick your own colour, localization, English language, covered by official warranty can use the car’s infotainment and system to its fullest
Cons: Expensive and not much variety of options as official importers tend to have a fixed specification apart from colour.
Pick your poison.
Quality, easy care dashboard top.
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Brutal blockbuster Toyota Harrier 2.0l 170HP Dynamic Force 4cyl NA engine, feel the presence.
Assuming this would cost a (humble) 5% premium over the outgoing car, so that’s 246,235 MYR — smells like a car for those with too much cash to burn.
I don’t know how good (or great) these two engines are but I doubt Malaysians would pick this over the turbocharged outgoing car.
Agree…I am a current owner of the Harrier 2.0T and I cannot find a solid enough reason to change to this new model. Except for some additional bells and whistles here and there, nothing really outstanding…importantly is without the Turbo engine the car will be underpowered again…
This new engine is not even underpowered at all. You should experience yourself for driving this.
Of course the turbo engine has alot more grunt. More torque and it comes much earlier in the powerband. This is a downgrade from the current Harrier. Big SUV like this means you need to rev that puny 2.0L NA engine hard to get power.
Not even so downgrade. They decided to put NA Engine to improve on reliability as pre facelift Harrier that using turbo engine have lots of issues. And this doesn’t mean that this car engine is very hard to get power using 2.0 Dynamic Force Engine. You should feel and see
Important is reliability that could run longer
rather wait for new NX, pay maybe a 50-60k more for a better brand and quality
Harrier need steroid to be popular..2.4 new 86 engine can make a difference
If priced slightly higher than outgoing Harrier , it’s not an bad option, considering upgrade from plastic CRV.
Request,
Can PT do a study/test o dual/triple zone climate control. It really a good option or just a gimmick?
250k i better take rx unreg 2018
Lexus rx unreg 2018 (thumb up) vs harrier 2021 (thumb down)
Will it have a CRT Head Unit??….for them to fit UMW proprietary aftermarket head unit
Base on the picture , I can feel how comfortable is this car . Perfect exterior and interior . The only thing i complain is the steering wheel is sooooo outdated . !!!!!
Steering wheel is outdated? Nah